2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1983 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 700 kg more than 1983 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
