2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 40 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 236 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2008 Ford Expedition 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. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 41 L |
