1968 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 305 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1968 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Escort | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 349 HP |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
