1985 Audi 100 vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 541 kg more than 1982 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, 1985 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
