1957 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 693 kg more than 1957 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Vectra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 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 | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 61 L |