1975 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Opel Combo
To start off, 2003 Opel Combo is newer by 28 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Combo (64 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Combo weights approximately 300 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, 2003 Opel Combo, 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, 2003 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2003 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Combo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
