1999 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Corsa weights approximately 32 kg more than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon.
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, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Pride Wagon | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
