1986 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1987 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 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, 1986 Ford Escort (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1987 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Corsa |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |