1956 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 54 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 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 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Escort | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5611 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1991 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 98 L |
