1985 Ford Escort vs. 2003 TVR T 350
To start off, 2003 TVR T 350 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR T 350 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 TVR T 350 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 2003 TVR T 350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2003 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2003 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Escort | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
