1976 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Speedster |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |