1980 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 28 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), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 595 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 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
