1975 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 26 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 770 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, 2001 Opel Signum, 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, 2001 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2001 Opel Signum 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. 2001 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Signum |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
