1968 Ford Escort vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1097 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 Rexton 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 Rexton 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 Rexton (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Escort | Rexton |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |