1985 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
