1982 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1230 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 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Corsa | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Corsa | Panamera |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2918 mm |