1991 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 58 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 922 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
