1980 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel GT (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel GT weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Opel GT (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1968 Opel GT | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | GT |
Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |