1982 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 18 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 125 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (386 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 607 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
