1988 Lancia Hit vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Hit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (176 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (321 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Hit. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Hit. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Hit has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Hit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Hit | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Hit | Escape |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
