1978 Ford Taunus vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Taunus weights approximately 235 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Because 1978 Ford Taunus 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 1978 Ford Taunus. 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 (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Taunus | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Taunus | Corsa |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 70 L |