1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 659 kg more than 1988 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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Taurus | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
