1995 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 17 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 603 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Corsa | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Touran |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
