1968 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2012 Proton Gen-2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2012 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Escort | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
