1989 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 31 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, 1958 Land Rover 109 (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Escort | 109 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
