1986 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1989 Lancia Y10 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Y10. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 134 kg more than 1989 Lancia Y10. 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, 1986 Ford Escort (138 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Y10. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1989 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
