1968 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Continental 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Continental (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 945 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 Lincoln Continental, 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 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 1996 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1996 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escort | Continental |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 75 L |
