1968 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Nissan Note
To start off, 2006 Nissan Note 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Note weights approximately 369 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
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 Note, 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 Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Note 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 Note | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Note |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 46 L |