1975 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 32 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Titan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3560 mm |
