1968 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today 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 Honda Today 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, 1968 Ford Escort (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Today |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |