1986 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 440 kg more than 1986 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Thema |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
