2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2007 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-150 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | E-150 | Escort |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 87 L |