1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (107 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | 88 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 107 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2500 mm |
