1997 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
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, 1997 Ford Escort (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Prisma. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Escort | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
