2009 Ford Escape vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Commodore weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escape | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
