1968 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 16 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Hyundai Stellar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 163 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 1984 Hyundai Stellar 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 1984 Hyundai Stellar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort, 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, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Stellar |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
