1985 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Delta weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Delta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
