1978 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 32 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 670 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, 2010 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort. 2010 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Escort | IS |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2731 mm |