1968 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2002 Ford Fusion 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fusion weights approximately 340 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2002 Ford Fusion (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2002 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
