2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1959 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (210 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 646 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 1959 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.4 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 31 L |
