1968 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 882 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escort | LS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 68 L |
