1968 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 45 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 688 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Z |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 72 L |
