1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Because 1975 Volvo 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Volvo 240 (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | 240 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
