1968 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy is newer by 42 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 854 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 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |