1984 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Opel Astra
To start off, 1994 Opel Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Astra weights approximately 243 kg more than 1984 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, 1994 Opel Astra (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1994 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Astra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
