1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 1989 Porsche 944 is newer by 7 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 944 weights approximately 520 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 1989 Porsche 944 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 1989 Porsche 944. 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, 1989 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 944 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
