1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1992 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1992 Ford Sierra and 1992 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Sierra (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Sierra weights approximately 320 kg more than 1992 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Sierra 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 1992 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Ford Sierra (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 1992 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Sierra | Corsa |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |