1968 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 43 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), 2011 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1575 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, 2011 Nissan Livina, 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, 2011 Nissan Livina (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Livina |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
