2002 GMC Envoy vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 14 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1166 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa. 2002 GMC Envoy 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. 2002 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Envoy | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |
