1986 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 26 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 855 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 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (138 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Antara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
