1968 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |
