1992 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 20 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1992 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 349 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 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Opel Corsa | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Opel | Hyundai |
Model | Corsa | Terracan |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |