2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 76 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Spark | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
