1989 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (119 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Thema weights approximately 330 kg more than 1989 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, 1984 Lancia Thema (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Thema |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
