1991 Oldsmobile Achieva 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 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Achieva | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
