1985 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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 (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
