1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 22 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 477 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, 2010 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Corsa | Forte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2649 mm |
