1957 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1133 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 Wrangler 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 Wrangler 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 Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
