1968 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1968 Ford Escort (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Escort | Astra |
Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |