1973 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 828 kg more than 1973 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 Lexus SC (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort. 2001 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Escort | 2001 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Escort | SC |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |