1992 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 14 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 500 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Quest |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
