1995 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2000 Lotus GT 1 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 2000 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Escort | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
