1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 1110 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 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Opel | Jaguar |
| Model | Corsa | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2909 mm |
