2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Mazda Familia (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Familia | Corsa |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |