1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 11 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 430 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, 1993 Peugeot 306 (190 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 306 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
