1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Corsa |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |