1983 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 615 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 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Corsa. 2002 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1983 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1983 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Corsa | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Corsa | Forester |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
