1970 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest, 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 Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Escort | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Quest |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2063 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3000 mm |