1995 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 540 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 1999 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Escort | Omega |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |