1968 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
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 Toyota Highlander, 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 73 L |
