1968 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 36 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 625 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, 2004 Opel Vectra, 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2004 Opel Vectra 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. 2004 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
