1979 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1997 Lancia Dedra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 260 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 1997 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escort | Dedra |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 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 | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |