1968 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avensis (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 720 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 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Avensis |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 61 L |