1996 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 715 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 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 2011 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Antara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
