1992 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 155 kg more than 1992 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Delta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
