1993 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 129 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 1997 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
