1997 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1997 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, 2004 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Corsa | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Corsa | 75 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 65 L |
