1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Ford Escape.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2002 Ford Escape | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | 3-Litre | Escape |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |