1987 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1987 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1542 kg more than 1987 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Corsa | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Corsa | Touareg |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |