1986 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 26 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 430 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 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
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1986 Ford Escort | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Escort | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4387 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |