1968 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 44 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 515 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 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, 2012 Honda Civic, 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, 2012 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
