1983 Opel Corsa vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1983 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, 1996 Proton 400 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Corsa | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Corsa | 400 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
