1986 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1989 Lancia Prisma is newer by 3 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Prisma (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 80 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, 1989 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1989 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |
