1968 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 885 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.
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 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escort | GTO |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 68 L |