1980 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 5 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Because 1985 Lancia Y10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
