1986 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 13 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 110 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Lupo |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |