1976 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 944 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Escort | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
