2002 Ford Escape vs. 1971 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 490 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escape | 1971 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2170 mm |
