1994 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 331 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1511 mm |
