1993 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 25 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Astro | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Astro | Escort |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
