1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Volvo S40 is newer by 16 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S40 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S40 weights approximately 720 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, 2004 Volvo S40 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | S40 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
