1975 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 24 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 472 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 1999 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Vectra |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |