1986 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Escort | LM |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 169 L |
