1995 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar

To start off, both 1995 Ford Escort and 1995 Nissan Pulsar were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 55 kg more than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.

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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Escort 1995 Nissan Pulsar
Make Ford Nissan
Model Escort Pulsar
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1753 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1135 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1400 mm


 

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