1982 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
