1990 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 19 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 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 405 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 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Escort | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 5203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
