1956 Ford Escort vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 50 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1842 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 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Escort | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Escort | Envoy |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 83 L |