1984 Opel Corsa vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 6 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 309 (78 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 220 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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (159 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Corsa | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 309 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
