1968 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 31 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 949 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 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 1999 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Frontera |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |