1953 Plymouth Cambridge vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Kuga weights approximately 145 kg more than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 2012 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Plymouth Cambridge | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Plymouth | Ford |
Model | Cambridge | Kuga |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3569 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |