1968 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Ford Taurus

To start off, 2003 Ford Taurus 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Taurus (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Taurus weights approximately 755 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 Taurus, 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 Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2003 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Ford Escort 2003 Ford Taurus
Make Ford Ford
Model Escort Taurus
Year Released 1968 2003
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 75 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 88.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 63 mm 78.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 830 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 68 L


 

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