1968 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 668 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 1998 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1998 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 1998 Jeep Cherokee 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. 1998 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1998 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
