1968 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 10 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 118 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Citi. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Citi |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |