1968 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Proton Tiara
To start off, 2000 Proton Tiara 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Proton Tiara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Tiara (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Tiara should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Proton Tiara.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Proton Tiara (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Tiara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2000 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Escort | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2290 mm |
