1968 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 15 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 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, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1983 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Escort | Astra |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |