1968 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 469 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Touran |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
