1968 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |