1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 31 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 599 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.
Because 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | S-10 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2400 mm |
