1996 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1978 Nissan Skyline 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 1978 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1978 Nissan Skyline (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Skyline |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |