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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 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 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (81 Nm @ 3000 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 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 53.3 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 41 L |
