1996 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1996 Ford Escort and 1996 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 420 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Skyline |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 271 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |