1995 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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, 2005 Opel Corsa (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Corsa |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |