1968 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 509 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (223 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
