1980 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 592 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Statesman | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Statesman | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
