1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 813 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Corsa | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
