1994 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic.
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, 1994 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
