1989 Ford Probe vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Probe weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Probe (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Probe | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Probe | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
