1992 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Lexus SC
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 6 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus SC weights approximately 168 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 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1998 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Escort | SC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
