1992 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Opel Agila
To start off, 2000 Opel Agila is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Agila (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Opel Agila.
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, 2000 Opel Agila (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 2000 Opel Agila | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Agila |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 72.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |