1968 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Hyundai Neos
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Neos is newer by 32 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Neos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Neos (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Neos should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
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, 2000 Hyundai Neos (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Neos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2000 Hyundai Neos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Neos |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |
