1980 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Opel Agila is newer by 29 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 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Agila weights approximately 235 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, 2009 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2009 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Agila |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 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 |
