1984 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 905 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Corsa | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
