1968 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 78 L |
