1958 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Toyota Camry is newer by 44 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Camry (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Camry weights approximately 643 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 1958 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 1958 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Camry, 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, 2002 Toyota Camry (279 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort. 2002 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Escort | 2002 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Camry |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1460 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |