1985 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 530 kg more than 1985 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, 2001 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Signum |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
