1968 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 44 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 (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2012 Infiniti G25 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. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Escort | G25 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 76 L |