1978 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 1999 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan X-Trail (146 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 350 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1999 Nissan X-Trail (136 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Escort | 1999 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 938 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
