1968 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 40 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | HR-V |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |