1983 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1990 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 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, 1983 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 80 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
