1981 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1981 Ford Escort is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Escort (70 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 746 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Escort | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | 109 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2780 mm |