1982 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-Z is newer by 31 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-Z (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 456 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, 2013 Honda CR-Z (174 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 2013 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Corsa | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2435 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
