1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,795 cc, 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 378 kg more than 1987 Citroen Visa. 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Visa | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Visa | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1795 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1100 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
