2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | U4 B | Corsa |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |