1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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, 1988 Opel Corsa (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fiesta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2350 mm |
