1996 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 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 (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 75 kg more than 1996 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Corsa |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |