1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1985 Porsche 924
To start off, 1985 Porsche 924 is newer by 3 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 2,478 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 924 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 924 weights approximately 467 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.
Because 1985 Porsche 924 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 1985 Porsche 924. 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, 1985 Porsche 924 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1985 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 924 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
