1972 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Corsa weights approximately 66 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Escort 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 1972 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa, 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, 1993 Opel Corsa (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
