1986 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 729 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
