1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 25 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 1075 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 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Corsa | A6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2916 mm |
