1958 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 54 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 1023 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, 2012 Ford Edge, 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, 2012 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort. 2012 Ford Edge 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. 2012 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Edge |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 68 L |
