1958 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 50 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Entourage weights approximately 241 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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage, 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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort. 2008 Hyundai Entourage 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. 2008 Hyundai Entourage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 2008 Hyundai Entourage | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Entourage |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
