1973 Ford Escort vs. 1950 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1973 Ford Escort is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 196 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1973 Ford Escort (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Escort | 1950 Jeep CJ3A | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escort | CJ3A |
Year Released | 1973 | 1950 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |