1968 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 191 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Gol |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 92.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |