1996 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
