1957 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Consul | Escape |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1701 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |