1968 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Vibe 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 2003 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Vibe will offer significantly more control. 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 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2003 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Escort | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
