1983 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 508 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Mustang (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 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 |
