1990 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 9 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
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 (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Lupo |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |