1968 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 9 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 810 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Escort | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |