1999 Honda City vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Honda City. 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | City | Corsa |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |