1977 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1980 Lancia Trevi is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Trevi (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi, 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, 1980 Lancia Trevi (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Escort | 1980 Lancia Trevi | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escort | Trevi |
Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 937 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |