1968 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Seat Toledo (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Toledo weights approximately 209 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Toledo |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |