1997 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 15 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 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Spark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Spark (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Corsa weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Corsa | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corsa | Spark |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 35 L |
