1968 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 42 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1493 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (398 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2010 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. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | F-150 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 98 L |