1982 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 29 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 1161 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 2011 Infiniti M 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, 2011 Infiniti M 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa. 2011 Infiniti M 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. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Corsa | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Opel | Infiniti |
Model | Corsa | M |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |