1994 Ford Escort vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Escort | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | A 109 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2070 mm |