1968 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 309 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 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, 2008 Honda Stream, 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, 2008 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream 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 Stream | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Stream |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |