1984 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 21 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1984 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Vectra |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |