1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP) has 311 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 965 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
