1968 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 775 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Ford | Xedos |
Model | Escort | 9 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |