1992 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial 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 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 485 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
