1983 Opel Corsa vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 18 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 525 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Corsa | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Corsa | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
