1989 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 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, 1989 Audi 100 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1181 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
