1979 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Because 1979 Ford Granada 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 1979 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
