1985 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1985 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 772 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Corsa | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | S60 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
