2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1956 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 293 kg more than 1956 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1956 Ford Escort | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Escort |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 31 L |