1989 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1998 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Corsa weights approximately 54 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1998 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Corsa |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 72.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |