2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vivaro (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 697 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 90 L |
