1995 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 12 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra.
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, 2007 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Micra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
