1996 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 17 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 746 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 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa. 2013 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Corsa | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Corsa | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
