1968 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Mitsubishi FTO
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi FTO is newer by 26 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 (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi FTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi FTO (197 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi FTO should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1994 Mitsubishi FTO | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | FTO |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
