1958 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 48 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 538 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (325 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Escort | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Camry |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |