2001 Opel Corsa vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 306 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. 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, 1996 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 306 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |
