1968 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 35 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 628 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 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2003 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |