1993 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 1993 Ford Escort and 2000 Volkswagen Lupo are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 159 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
