2004 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Morgan | Opel |
| Model | Aero 8 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
