1989 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 18 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1030 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 2007 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Opel Corsa | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Corsa | Sumo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2425 mm |