1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2011 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2011 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
