1988 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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 114 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 695 kg more than 1988 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 1988 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Escort | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
