1996 Ford Escort vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 659 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 152 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 1998 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Escort | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 57 L |