1968 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda FR-V (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 708 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, 2007 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2007 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
