2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 319 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Holden Commodore 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 1993 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Corsa | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
