1957 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 52 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1229 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 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escort | Compass |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 51 L |