1992 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1992 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1371 kg more than 1992 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Corsa | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corsa | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
