1959 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 50 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort.
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, 2009 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Escort | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | CC |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |