1982 Audi 100 vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1982 Audi 100 and 1982 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 100 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Audi 100 | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | 100 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |