1988 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 22 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 780 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 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 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, 2010 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Antara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
