2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 182 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ascari Ecosse 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 Ascari Ecosse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ascari | Ford |
| Model | Ecosse | Escort |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
