1987 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 25 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 493 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.
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 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Corsa | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Corsa | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
