1957 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 49 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (157 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1173 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 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort. 2006 Honda CR-V 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. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | CR-V |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 99 mm |
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 | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 58 L |