1975 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 33 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 578 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 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera, 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, 2008 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Primera |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |