1990 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 682 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 585 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 Lotec Testa de Oro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 790 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Escort 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make Ford Lotec
Model Escort Testa de Oro
Year Released 1990 1994
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1753 cc 4943 cc
Horse Power 59 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1065 kg 1650 kg