1986 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 597 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3100 mm |