1982 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 729 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Corsa | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Corsa | V50 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |