1968 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escort | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 394 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 78 L |