1984 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2000 Lancia Zeta is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 780 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2000 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
