1980 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 37 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma, 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escort | Prisma |
Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 63.9 mm |
Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 903 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |