1992 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1998 Nissan Primera is newer by 6 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Primera weights approximately 75 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1998 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Primera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
