2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (100 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 375 kg more than 1995 Opel Corsa. 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Premacy | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
