1996 Ford Escort vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 905 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Packard Patrician 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 1957 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Ford | Packard |
Model | Escort | Patrician |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |