2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 35 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1457 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Escort |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 53.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |