1968 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 1988 Rover Vitesse is newer by 20 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 556 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 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, 1988 Rover Vitesse, 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, 1988 Rover Vitesse (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1988 Rover Vitesse | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Escort | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 220 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 Weight | 871 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |