1986 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 17 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 840 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 2003 Vauxhall 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, 2003 Vauxhall 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Escort | Frontera |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |