1995 Opel Corsa vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 1995 Opel Corsa and 1995 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,903 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (90 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Corsa | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 406 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
