1978 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 696 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 740 kg more than 1978 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 840 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
Make | Ford | Lotec |
Model | Escort | Testa de Oro |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 938 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 741 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1650 kg |