1998 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Escort | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Corsa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |