1968 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 757 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 73 L |
