1998 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1998 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer and 1998 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 51 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1998 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Lancer | Corsa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |