1987 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Ford Fusion

To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1987 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 790 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.

Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Corsa. 2013 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 1987 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1987 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Opel Corsa 2013 Ford Fusion
Make Opel Ford
Model Corsa Fusion
Year Released 1987 2013
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 993 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 234 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 68 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 61 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 770 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4869 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 2121 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 66 L


 

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