2009 Ford Escape vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 1953 Rover P4 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 1953 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape, 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, 1953 Rover P4 (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escape | P4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 52 L |
