1996 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 247 kg more than 2001 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, 1996 Ford Escort (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
