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 191 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Neos should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Neos weights approximately 838 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, 2000 Hyundai Neos (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 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 | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 7000 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 | 805 kg | 1643 kg |
| 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 |
