1968 Ford Escort vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1130 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 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Escort | Kyron |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 75 L |