1980 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Opel Omega
To start off, 1988 Opel Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Omega weights approximately 335 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.
Because 1988 Opel Omega 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 1988 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, 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, 1988 Opel Omega (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1988 Opel Omega | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Omega |
Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |