1958 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 46 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 408 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 2004 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2004 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2004 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 2004 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Escort | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
