1957 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 1985 Subaru XT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru XT weights approximately 313 kg more than 1957 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT 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, 1985 Subaru XT (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Escort | 1985 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | XT |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
