1968 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 39 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 1093 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 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2007 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Antara |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |