1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 14 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Corsa (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Corsa weights approximately 100 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, 1996 Opel Corsa (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
