2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1289 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 41 L |
