1968 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1590 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 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | LR3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 301 HP |
Torque | 82 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 86 L |