2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 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 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Premacy | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
