1968 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 2011 Nissan Navara 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, 2011 Nissan Navara 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, 2011 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2011 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Navara |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |