1968 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.

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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang
Make Ford Ford
Model Escort Mustang
Year Released 1968 2003
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 939 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 44 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 67 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 68 L


 

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