1975 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 36 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort.
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, 2011 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2011 Infiniti EX 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. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Escort | EX |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |