1989 Opel Corsa vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 205 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa.
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, 1992 Peugeot 205 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Opel Corsa | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 205 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
