1986 Peugeot 205 vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 470 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205. 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, 2012 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 205 | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Peugeot | Opel |
| Model | 205 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
