1992 Ford Escort vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 1956 Jensen 541 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 1956 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1956 Jensen 541 (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Escort | 541 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |