1970 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 675 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2840 mm |
