2000 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Lexus LS
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 691 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lexus LS 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 1991 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1991 Lexus LS (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 1991 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Escort | LS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
