1988 Ford Escort vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort.
Because 1994 TVR Cerbera 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 1994 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Escort | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |
