1968 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (252 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 870 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Lincoln LS (362 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2001 Lincoln LS 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. 2001 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escort | LS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 68 L |
