1958 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 47 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (393 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 78 L |
