1957 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 50 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Maverick weights approximately 698 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 2007 Ford Maverick 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, 2007 Ford Maverick 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, 2007 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 2007 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Maverick |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |