1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1986 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Passat (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 420 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, 1986 Volkswagen Passat (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1986 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Passat |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
