2005 Ford Escape vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escape | 98 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
