2003 Lada 2123 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | 2123 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
