2009 Ford Escape vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 56 kg more than 1958 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
