1958 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 703 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2650 mm |
