1968 Ford Escort vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, 2008 MG ZT 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 820 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 MG ZT, 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 MG ZT (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2008 MG ZT | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Escort | ZT |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |
