1994 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 247 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Opel Commodore (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
