1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 1 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 695 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | Escort |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
