1990 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2000 Saturn L is newer by 10 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 568 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.
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, 2000 Saturn L (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Corsa | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Corsa | L |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
