1990 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 544 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Corsa | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
