1985 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Opel Combo
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 20 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Combo weights approximately 126 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2005 Opel Combo | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Combo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 147 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 | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |