1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1987 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 265 kg more than 1987 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1987 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
