1986 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 6 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 995 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 1992 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, 1992 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, 1992 Opel Frontera (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
