1968 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Saturn Vue 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Saturn Vue, 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, 2007 Saturn Vue (202 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2007 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Escort | Vue |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |
