1995 Opel Corsa vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 140 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.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Corsa | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Corsa | Vitara |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |