1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 1987 Ford Escort
To start off, 1987 Ford Escort is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
Because 1955 Daimler One-O-Four 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 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Escort, 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, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 1987 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | One-O-Four | Escort |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
