1982 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 96 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
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, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
