1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 600 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 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Corsa | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Corsa | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |