1968 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Forester |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
