1992 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 34 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, 1992 Ford Escort (130 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 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 580 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 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, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | 109 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 162 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |