1989 Opel Corsa vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1989 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Opel Corsa | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
