1991 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sentra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sentra (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Escort weights approximately 84 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sentra.
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, 1991 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sentra. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Escort | 1994 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
