2004 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 525 kg more than 1992 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, 2004 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1992 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1830 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
