2009 Ford Escape vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 12 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Violet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
