1990 Ford Escort vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 11 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 35 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 2001 TVR Tuscan 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 2001 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Escort | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
