1997 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra.
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, 2007 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Escort | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Micra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
