1980 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (189 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Falcon weights approximately 167 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Because 1980 Ford Falcon 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 1980 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (230 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Falcon | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Falcon | Corsa |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1980 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1203 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |