1968 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 43 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1007 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Escort | Camaro |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 72 L |