1985 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 23 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1985 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 766 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, 2008 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Corsa | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Corsa | 75 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
