1993 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 945 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Opel Corsa | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Corsa | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |