1968 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1987 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 19 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 76 L |
