1983 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 22 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1983 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 607 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Corsa | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | GTI |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
