1968 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 1007 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 Hyundai Trajet, 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 Hyundai Trajet (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 Trajet | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | Trajet |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |