1980 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra is newer by 24 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Phedra (127 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 950 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
