1989 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 651 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.
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, 2007 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Opel Corsa | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | C30 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
