1991 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 5 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Escort | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |