1996 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2001 Pagani Zonda is newer by 5 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Pagani Zonda 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 2001 Pagani Zonda. 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, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Escort | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1151 mm |
