1985 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 27 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1985 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 570 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.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Corsa | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Opel | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corsa | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
