1978 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1984 Lancia Thema is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (119 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema, 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, 1984 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escort | Thema |
Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |