1987 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Corsa |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |