1999 Nissan Rasheen vs. 1971 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 355 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort. 1971 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Rasheen has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Rasheen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Rasheen | 1971 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Rasheen | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
