1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 70 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, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
