1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 106 kg more than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape, 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, 2012 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | Ford |
| Model | Aero-Willys 2600 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2619 mm |
