1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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, 1983 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa. 1983 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Corsa | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
