2002 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 261 kg more than 1993 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, 2002 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1344 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
