1975 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1990 Lancia Dedra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Dedra (90 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lancia Dedra (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escort | Dedra |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |