1968 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 30 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura EL weights approximately 274 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, 1998 Acura EL, 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, 1998 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1998 Acura EL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Escort | EL |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2619 mm |