1968 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1740 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 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2013 Ford E-Series 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 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 150 L |
