1993 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1993 Ford Escort is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Silvia (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 95 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1975 Nissan Silvia 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 1975 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1975 Nissan Silvia (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Escort | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Silvia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |