1956 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 49 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 681 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Escort | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Touran |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
