1968 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Almera is newer by 38 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 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Almera (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 654 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.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera, 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, 2006 Nissan Almera (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Almera |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2182 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |