1968 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
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 Pontiac Sunfire, 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 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1996 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escort | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |