1978 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 33 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 467 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 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Juke |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |