1975 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 33 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 435 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
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, 2008 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, 1975 Ford Escort (161 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
