1998 Opel Corsa vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1998 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Corsa weights approximately 24 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Corsa | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Passat |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
