1957 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 54 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (148 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort.
Because 1957 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (350 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort. 2011 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. 2011 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Escort | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2199 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 |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 58 L |
