1980 Ford Escort vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 TVR Tuscan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 TVR Tuscan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2005 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Escort | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
