1968 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 45 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1259 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 129 L |
