1982 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 28 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1219 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa. 2010 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Corsa | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2774 mm |
