1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Corsa (54 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Skoda 110 L weights approximately 65 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Because 1974 Skoda 110 L 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 1974 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 Opel Corsa (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1974 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Corsa | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
