1996 Opel Corsa vs. 1996 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 1996 Opel Corsa and 1996 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Saloon (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton Saloon weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Corsa | 1996 Proton Saloon | |
Make | Opel | Proton |
Model | Corsa | Saloon |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |