1993 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 16 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 920 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 2009 Tata Sumo 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, 2009 Tata Sumo 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, 2009 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Opel Corsa | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Corsa | Sumo |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2425 mm |