1975 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2005 Infiniti FX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 965 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2005 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2005 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Escort | FX |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |