1992 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (106 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Santana weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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, 1992 Ford Escort (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Santana |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
