1968 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 17 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Meteor weights approximately 75 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, 1985 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 1985 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
