1968 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus 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, 2013 Ford Focus, 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2013 Ford Focus 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 Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Focus |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 47 L |