1968 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 849 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 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2003 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Tundra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3270 mm |