1983 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 313 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Because 1983 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 1983 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, 1983 Ford Granada (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 922 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
