1958 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 481 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Opel Omega (447 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Omega |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 99.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
