1968 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 844 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 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 114 L |
