1984 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (102 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
