1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 7 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 470 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.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 406 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
