1958 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 45 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 1033 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 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort. 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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. 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 2003 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2770 mm |
