1992 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 948 kg more than 1992 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
