1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1181 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Corsa | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
