2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2007 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. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
