1991 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 15 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1029 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 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Escort | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Navara |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1858 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |