1999 Honda Today vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Today | Corsa |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
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 | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3850 mm |