1993 Opel Corsa vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Corsa would be higher. Both 1993 Opel Corsa and 2003 Volkswagen Bora are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 229 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, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Corsa | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Bora |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
