1992 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 15 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
