1968 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz 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. Both 1968 Ford Escort and 2006 Toyota Tazz are equipped with a 1,296 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 525 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tazz (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tazz 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 Tazz | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Tazz |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1296 cc |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |