1968 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Passat |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |