2002 Honda Z vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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, 2012 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Z | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
