1996 Ford Escort vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 16 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1276 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SSC Tuatara weights approximately 117 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 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 2012 SSC Tuatara. 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 927 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
Make | Ford | SSC |
Model | Escort | Tuatara |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 6932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 1350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 1042 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1092 mm |