1982 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1989 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Civic weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 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 Honda Civic (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Civic | 1989 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 785 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
