1992 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 495 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
