1959 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 45 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 653 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Escort | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |