1968 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 40 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Terrano (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 959 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 2008 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Terrano |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |