1972 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 398 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frogster, 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, 1972 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
