1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 755 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Fellow | Escape |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
