1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 493 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2004 Ford Escape | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | Palm Beach | Escape |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |