1957 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 55 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 1033 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 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 72 L |