1994 BMW 316 vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1994 BMW 316 and 1994 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 316 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa.
Because 1994 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 150 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 316 | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 316 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 44 L |
