1992 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 373 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Vectra (280 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
