1968 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander, 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 63 L |
