1995 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 125 kg more than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1977 Lancia Stratos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2190 mm |
