1975 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 942 kg more than 1975 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, 2007 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Escort | LS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2930 mm |
