1996 Honda CRX vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | CRX | Corsa |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |