1978 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1989 Lancia Thema is newer by 11 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), 1989 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Thema weights approximately 305 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, 1989 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, 1989 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escort | Thema |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 938 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 118 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 |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |