2000 Honda Legend vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Honda Legend 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 820 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa. 2000 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Legend | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Legend | Corsa |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2350 mm |