1968 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 79 L |