1995 Ford Escort vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 192 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escort | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
