1986 Ford Tempo vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 125 kg more than 1986 Ford Tempo.
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 Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Tempo | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Tempo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
