1986 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 16 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 627 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.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Escort | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
