1992 Mazda 121 vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1992 Mazda 121 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 121 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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, 1988 Opel Corsa (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 121 | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 121 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
