1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 518 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
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 Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Corsa |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |