1968 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2002 Ford F-250 is newer by 34 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1545 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 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2002 Ford F-250 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. 2002 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3490 mm |
