1968 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 22 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escort | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 69 L |