1968 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 GT-R | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | GT-R |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 74 L |