1995 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 168 kg more than 1995 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, 2000 Nissan Primera (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Primera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1142 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
