1968 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2005 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | Terracan |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 75 L |