2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1957 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort.
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 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 1957 Ford Escort | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Escort |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 31 L |