1995 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 299 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1795 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2675 mm |
