1995 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 243 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.

Because 1995 Honda NSX 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 1995 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Honda NSX 2010 Opel Corsa
Make Honda Opel
Model NSX Corsa
Year Released 1995 2010
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2975 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1613 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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