1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 17 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 345 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Polo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
