1968 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1410 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2012 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 578 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |