1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 719 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2604 mm |
