1968 Ford Escort vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 98 L |
