1979 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,703 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 1991 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Escort | LM |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 5703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |