1968 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1173 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 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escort | Patriot |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 51 L |