1986 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 25 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1521 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 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Escort | LS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 84 L |
