1968 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Lexus SC
To start off, 1999 Lexus SC is newer by 31 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus SC weights approximately 604 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1999 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Escort | SC |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |