2005 Ford Escort vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort.
Because 1955 Toyota Crown 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 1955 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escort | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Crown |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |