1993 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1993 Ford Thunderbird and 1993 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 644 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ford Thunderbird 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 1993 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Thunderbird | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Thunderbird | Corsa |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |