1991 Lexus LS vs. 1971 Ford Escort
To start off, 1991 Lexus LS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1991 Lexus LS (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lexus LS | 1971 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | LS | Escort |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2400 mm |
