1959 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 48 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 601 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 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort. 2007 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Escort | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
| 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 | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 79 L |
