1984 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 625 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 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 | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
