1984 Opel Corsa vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 1989 Volvo 480 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 480 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1984 Opel Corsa. 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, 1989 Volvo 480 (141 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Corsa | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | 480 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
