1968 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 525 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |