1989 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1999 Lancia Kappa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,929 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1999 Lancia Kappa (310 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
