2000 Ford Escape vs. 1974 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 632 kg more than 1974 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1974 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Violet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
