1975 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 32 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1247 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Navara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
