1992 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 15 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 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 575 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escort | Thesis |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |