1983 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1983 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 770 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 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Corsa | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |