1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1982 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1982 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1982 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 305 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
