1990 Honda Legend vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 339 kg more than 2000 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, 1990 Honda Legend (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa. 2000 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Legend | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
