1956 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 265 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (104 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Escort | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Vectra |
Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2600 mm |