1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera is newer by 13 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 900 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 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
