1977 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Opel Corsa

To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Escort weights approximately 167 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.

Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Ford Escort 1988 Opel Corsa
Make Ford Opel
Model Escort Corsa
Year Released 1977 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 939 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 45 HP 73 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 60 Nm 111 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 912 kg 745 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 3630 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2350 mm