1976 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 378 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Escort | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
