2002 Lada 117 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 117 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 117 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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 Lada 117 (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 117 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | 117 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
