1990 Opel Corsa vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1700 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Corsa | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Opel | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Corsa | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 108 L |
