2006 Ford Escape vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 25 kg more than 1968 Opel Diplomat.
Because 1968 Opel Diplomat 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 1968 Opel Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, 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, 1968 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escape | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
