1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1995 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 465 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 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1995 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Passat |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
