1996 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1011 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.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Corsa | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Corsa | Korando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
