1968 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 39 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2007 Ford E-150 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. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 132 L |
