2000 Honda HR-V vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V is newer by 12 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda HR-V weights approximately 300 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda HR-V | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | HR-V | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
