1999 Honda Today vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Honda Today.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Today | Corsa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |