1986 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1986 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 730 kg more than 1986 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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, 2010 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Corsa. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Corsa | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Corsa | TT |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
