1968 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Opel Combo
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 37 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Combo (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Combo weights approximately 334 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, 2005 Opel Combo, 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, 2005 Opel Combo (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2005 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Combo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 52 L |
