1990 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 490 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 1990 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 1987 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Corsa |
Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |