1968 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster 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, 1986 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Golf |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |