1959 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 143 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont, 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, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Escort | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Escort | Belmont |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |