2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 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-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2007 Ford E-250 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-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |
