1980 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra 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 1,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Tigra (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 330 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 1980 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 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra, 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, 2005 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Tigra |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |