2003 Opel Corsa vs. 1990 Subaru XT
To start off, 2003 Opel Corsa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru XT weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT 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, 1990 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Corsa | 1990 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Corsa | XT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
