1987 Opel Corsa vs. 1954 Saab 94
To start off, 1987 Opel Corsa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Saab 94. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Saab 94 would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Saab 94 (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Saab 94 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Corsa weights approximately 266 kg more than 1954 Saab 94.
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, 1954 Saab 94 (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Saab 94 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Corsa | 1954 Saab 94 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Corsa | 94 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2210 mm |
