1990 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 18 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 604 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, 2008 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Corsa | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Corsa | 75 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |