1958 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 51 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1538 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 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort. 2009 Jeep Commander 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. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Commander |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
