1985 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 28 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1985 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 963 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 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | S60 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |
