1968 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 760 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 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 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
