1968 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 28 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 439 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Vectra |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |