1986 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 21 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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 (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Corsa |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |