1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 550 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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, 1988 Opel Corsa (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Corsa | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Corsa | Citi |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |