1968 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1993 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 25 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 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 770 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 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1993 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
