1997 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1997 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Corsa.
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 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Corsa | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Opel | Land Rover |
Model | Corsa | Freelander |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 973 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 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 Length | 3820 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |