2000 Acura Integra vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra 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, 2000 Acura Integra, 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, 2000 Acura Integra (177 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm). This means 2000 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
