1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 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 1993 Porsche 911. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
