1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Because 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Corsa |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |