2004 Ford Escape vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 358 kg more than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. 1994 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
