1968 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 42 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 568 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, 2010 Nissan Altima, 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Altima |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |