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, 1968 Ford Escort (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Combo weights approximately 400 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 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 | 1296 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 52 L |
