1983 Ford Escort vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera is newer by 19 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2002 TVR Cerbera 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 2002 TVR Cerbera. 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, 2002 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Escort | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |
