1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 550 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Bigua | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
