2003 Ford Escape vs. 1983 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 526 kg more than 1983 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 1983 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
