2004 Honda Life vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Corsa (59 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Corsa weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life 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, 1995 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Life | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
