1984 Opel Corsa vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 1984 Opel Corsa and 1984 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,042 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Corsa (44 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Corsa weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1984 Volkswagen Polo (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Corsa | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Polo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
