2000 AC Aceca vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 32 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), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 680 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, 2000 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Escort |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |