1990 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
