1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 13 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 560 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 1995 Porsche 968 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 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Corsa | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Corsa | 968 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |