1982 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 25 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort. 2007 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
