1968 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1984 Toyota Camry 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Camry weights approximately 209 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Camry |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |