1976 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 31 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 672 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 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort. 2007 Nissan Qashqai has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Escort | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
