1984 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila is newer by 23 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Agila (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Agila weights approximately 70 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, 1984 Ford Escort (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2007 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Agila |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
