1992 Ford Escort vs. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 558 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 McLaren F1 GTR 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 1995 McLaren F1 GTR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | |
Make | Ford | McLaren |
Model | Escort | F1 GTR |
Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 627 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 715 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |