1957 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 42 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 613 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 1999 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1999 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort. 1999 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Escort | 1999 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |
