1977 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 523 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 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 (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Escort | 2001 Opel Signum | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Signum |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 937 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |