1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 769 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nomad | Escape |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
