1968 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1233 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.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 85 L |