1971 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 897 kg more than 1971 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Escort | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Escort | EX |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
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 | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2799 mm |