1982 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 326 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Escort | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escort | Delta |
Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |