1983 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 580 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Electra | Corsa |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 44 L |