2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,363 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa. 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Laputa | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 44 L |
