1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1995 Mazda MX-3 and 1995 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Corsa weights approximately 21 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
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, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | MX-3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
