1968 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | LR2 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |