1995 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 10 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 578 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 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Frontera |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1142 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |