1998 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 2009 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Escort | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Patrol |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |