1985 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Because 1985 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 1985 Ford Mustang. 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1387 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
