1995 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
