2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1718 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-350 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
