1993 Opel Corsa vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1993 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, 1989 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Corsa | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | 440 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
