1973 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 196 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra, 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, 1973 Ford Escort (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Escort | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Astra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
