1968 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-150 weights approximately 136 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2009 Ford F-150 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. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | F-150 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 98 L |