1970 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Dedra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 365 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Escort 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 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Dedra, 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, 1999 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 1999 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
