1968 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 33 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |
