1968 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 550 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 Tundra 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 Tundra 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 Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Tundra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 100 L |