1958 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (480 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 625 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 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Escort | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | GT-R |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 480 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 74 L |