1968 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1025 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 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
