1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 420 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 45 L |
