1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1987 TVR 420 is newer by 5 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 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 TVR 420 weights approximately 415 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 1987 TVR 420 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 1987 TVR 420. 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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Corsa | 420 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 4225 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
