1959 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 49 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1063 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 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Escort | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 66 L |
