1995 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 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), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Corsa |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |