1970 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 42 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 1040 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 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Escort | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Antara |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |