2000 Ford Escape vs. 1970 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1970 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 337 kg more than 1970 Lancia 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Lancia 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia 2000. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1970 Lancia 2000 has manual transmission. 1970 Lancia 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1970 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
