1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 21 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), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 952 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 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Corsa | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Corsa | Actyon |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
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 | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |