1979 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1992 Opel Corsa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 418 kg more than 1992 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 1992 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Corsa |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |