1968 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 37 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 549 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 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (252 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
