1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 690 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Corsa | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
