1983 Opel Corsa vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1983 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 380 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.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Corsa | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Corsa | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |