1988 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Prelude | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Corsa |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |