1968 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 29 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3050 mm |
