2006 Ford Escape vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escape | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
