2009 Ford Escape vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois 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 136 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 307 kg more than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Escape | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2090 mm |
