1968 Ford Escort vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2005 GMC Yukon 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. 2005 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
