1986 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 22 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 185 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Astra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
