Depends what you want from one. A standard Escos is not the fastest thing in the world ( but hey speed isnt everything ). I think they are a nice car to drive, comfortable and handle very well. I think they have a bit of an iconic status.. Just take one for a drive and you will get plenty of looks. But you have to remember at the end of the day its a 20yr old car. Obviously newer cars will be far more advanced, quicker, handle better etc etc.
I went from an Escos to an Evo8 and the difference was like night and day.
I have said it once and ill say it again, comparing an Escos to newer cars is like comparing a PS1 to a PS3.
Personally I love Escos's.. There isnt an Rs which I would have over one.