1968 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 Opel Frontera is newer by 35 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2003 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. 2003 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
