1976 Ford Escort vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 48 kg more than 1976 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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Escort | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |