1959 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 3,628 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1900 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Escort | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3628 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 71 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 2717 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 105 L |