1984 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Lamborghini P140
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini P140 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,960 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini P140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (372 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini P140 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lamborghini P140 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 1995 Lamborghini P140. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 1995 Lamborghini P140 | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Escort | P140 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |