1989 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 895 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Frontera |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |