1975 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 375 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
