1975 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 276 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
