1968 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 28 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 405 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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1996 Hyundai Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | Coupe |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |