1956 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1994 Mercury Capri is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Capri weights approximately 263 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri, 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, 1994 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Escort | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Capri |
Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |