1986 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 11 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 849 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 1997 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, 1997 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Frontera |
Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |