1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 218 kg more than 2007 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 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Shadow | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
