1968 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1970 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1970 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Jeep CJ5 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, 1970 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1970 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escort | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2060 mm |