1968 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 705 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 Mitsubishi Verada, 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 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada 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 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Verada |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
