1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 9 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1030 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, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Corsa | 1997 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Corsa | Voyager |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |