1968 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2001 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Prius weights approximately 445 kg more 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 Toyota Prius, 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 Toyota Prius (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2001 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Prius |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 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 | 805 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
