1995 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 16 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Corsa weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
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 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Corsa | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Opel | Daewoo |
| Model | Corsa | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1685 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
