2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 255 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. 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 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 205 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
