1982 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1017 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 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Corsa | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Corsa | Actyon |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |