1956 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 56 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 513 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 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort. 2012 Toyota Tundra 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. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Escort | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |
