1968 Ford Escort vs. 2004 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3111 is newer by 36 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3111 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, 2004 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2004 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Escort | 3111 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |