2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1956 Ford Popular
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 375 kg more than 1956 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1956 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Popular |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2300 mm |
