1968 Ford Escort vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 TVR Griffith 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Griffith weights approximately 298 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 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Escort | Griffith |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 57 L |