1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 23 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), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 770 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 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsa | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2634 mm |
