2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2001 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, both 2001 Opel Corsa and 2001 Chevrolet S-10 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Because 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corsa | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3130 mm |
