1996 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 14 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP) has 364 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 1280 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 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Escort | LS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 438 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1481 mm |
