2000 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
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 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Vauxhall Astra | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
