1971 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 882 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort. 2001 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Escort | LS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2910 mm |
