1982 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 420 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1973 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Escort | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
