1993 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 18 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 675 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Corsa | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Corsa | 5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2751 mm |
