1968 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
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 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Escort | IS |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4633 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |