1986 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Rover P5 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 1958 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 1958 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | P5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
