2000 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Coupe (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 495 kg more than 1982 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 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Coupe | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |
