1995 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 15 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 2010 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 will offer significantly more control. 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 NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | NP300 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |