1968 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 444 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 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2002 Honda Mobilio | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Mobilio |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |