1983 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 164 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 2000 Lotus Exige 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 2000 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2000 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Escort | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Escort | Exige |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |