1968 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Impreza |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |