1968 Ford Escort vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1643 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 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2010 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Escort | Savana |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 117 L |