1980 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 25 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Agila weights approximately 135 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1980 Ford Escort (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2005 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Agila |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 41 L |
