1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1987 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Proton Saloon 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 33 more horse power than 1987 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1987 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Proton Saloon weights approximately 104 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1987 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Corsa | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
