1968 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 720 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 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
