1998 Honda Life vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 2 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1998 Honda Life 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, 1998 Honda Life 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, 1996 Opel Corsa (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Life | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
