1995 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 450 kg more than 1982 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, 1995 Ford Escort (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
