1996 Honda Today vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 400 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Today | Corsa |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |