1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 645 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 Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Corsa | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2629 mm |
