1968 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Touareg |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 100 L |