1980 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1994 Opel Corsa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 43 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Ford Escort (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
