1995 Saturn SC vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 568 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC.
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 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Saturn SC | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Saturn | Opel |
| Model | SC | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
