1958 Ford Escort vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 49 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort. 2007 GMC Sierra 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. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 129 L |
