2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 1035 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsa | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
