1984 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 18 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (143 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Opel Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
