1990 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 737 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Murano |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1727 mm |
