1957 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro is newer by 54 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 796 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, 2011 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2011 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 90 L |