1986 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1994 Lancia Zeta is newer by 8 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Zeta (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1994 Lancia Zeta (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 1994 Lancia Zeta has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Lancia Zeta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1994 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
